Executive Summary: The "Scale" Trap The Scenario: You try to scan a 100,000 sq ft logistics center with a Matterport camera to save money. The Failure: The camera loses tracking in the empty aisles ("Telescoping"), the web viewer crashes on your client's laptop,...
TL;DR: The Project Manager’s Guide to Digital Truth The Problem: Relying on traditional "redline" drawings is a financial risk. Studies show that 48% of all construction rework is caused by poor project data. The Definitions: Stop confusing your terms. As-Built...
TL;DR: The 2026 Modeling Strategy The Trap: Specifying LOD 350 or LOD 400 for an entire building is a budget-killer. Most renovation projects only need LOD 300. The Standard: The new BIMForum LOD Specification 2025 (active for 2026) defines LOD 350 specifically by...
TL;DR: The Mechanical Contractor’s Guide The Problem: "Field Fit" welds are the most expensive line item in a retrofit. Relying on 1980s as-builts guarantees change orders. The Solution: MEP Scan to BIM creates a millimeter-accurate digital twin of existing pipes,...
TL;DR: The Executive Summary The Sticker Shock: The "sticker price" of a scanner ($70k) is less than 50% of the Year 1 cost. Real Year 1 TCO often lands between $100,000 and $140,000 once you include software, training, fully burdened labor, and insurance. The...
TL;DR: The Project Manager’s Guide to Scan-to-BIM The Workflow: A 4-step process: Capture (Laser Scanning) → Process (Registration) → Model (Revit) → Validate (QA/QC). LOD (Level of Development): Don't overpay. Use LOD 200 for spatial planning, LOD 300 for...
Your Guide to 3D Laser Scanning Services Professional 3D laser scanning services use advanced laser technology to capture precise, 3D digital models of real-world sites, buildings, and objects. The primary output is a point cloud, a dense collection of data points...
The construction industry is experiencing a fascinating shift. Walk onto any major job site today, and you'll likely see both time-tested traditional surveying equipment alongside cutting-edge 3d laser scanning technology. This isn't just about old versus new, it's...
Selecting the right 3D scanning company can make the difference between project success and costly delays. With the reality capture industry growing rapidly and numerous providers entering the market, facility managers and project planners face an increasingly...
